If you are contemplating building a new picket fence for your Los Angeles home, you probably wonder if this fence will add value to your property. Unfortunately, there is no guaranteed return on investment with fencing. However, a well-constructed and visually appealing design certainly adds positive factors to your selling points and curb appeal. Of course, a poorly constructed fence can take away from these benefits. This is why it is so important to work with reputable contractors like Los Angeles Fence Builders.
Quality picket fencing contractors know that a fence is more than just a boundary to frame your property. In fact, a white picket fence provides visual appeal, accents your home’s architecture and provides safety and security. Whether or not the fence increases your Los Angeles home’s value comes down to the materials you use, construction quality and how well you maintain the fence.
Building a quality wood picket fence – or fencing of any kind, for that matter – is not cheap. Most Los Angeles home fence projects fall in the range of $1,700 to $4,000. But this cost can vary widely based on multiple factors. These factors include:
Materials for a white picket fence in Los Angeles typically range from $1 to $45 per linear foot. Fences enclosing the front yard are usually 3 feet high. Backyard fences are typically taller for privacy, security and safety. If you want your picket fencing to enhance the value of your home and provide a good return on your investment, it is important to use good materials and keep it well maintained.
For generations, the white picket fence has been a defining factor in the American Dream. From the middle of the 19th century forward, this type of fence has made a visual statement of homeowners having “arrived” in their social and economic status as part of the middle class.
For many people, this symbol holds strong, today. But modern picket fencing is much easier to maintain than in the past. If you choose the right materials, you will not repeatedly find yourself having to sand and paint the wood slats under the hot Los Angeles sun, like a 21st century Huckleberry Finn. In fact, some materials require no painting at all to achieve the white picket fence dream.
Vinyl fencing requires little to no maintenance, whatsoever. In fact, it only requires an occasional rinsing with the garden hose to remove any dirt or debris and keep it looking as fresh as the day it was built. The vinyl is actually a plastic material covering wood slats and making them weatherproof.
Of course, traditional wood picket fences are still timeless options for traditional appeal. You must be ready to invest some time or money in maintaining wooden slats, however. This maintenance includes occasional sanding and repainting as the finish appears worn. Other options are the less common wrought iron and aluminum.
If you are ready to add a fence to your Los Angeles home, call the pros of Los Angeles Fence Builders. We will help you choose the right materials and type of fence to get the best return on your investment. We also provide free quotes and easy scheduling to help you quickly achieve your white picket fence dream. Contact Los Angeles Fence Builders at (424) 625-8561 today.
